SGOLvsIAUMETF Comparison
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The ETFs abrdn Physical Gold Shares ETF (SGOL) and iShares Gold Trust Micro (IAUM) track the LBMA London Gold Market Fixing Price PM Index - USD and belong to the same industry segment: Gold. SGOL is more expensive with a Total Expense Ratio (TER) of 0.17%, versus 0.09% for IAUM. SGOL is down -5.95% year-to-date (YTD) with +$89M in YTD flows. IAUM performs better with -5.87% YTD performance, and +$2.68B in YTD flows. Run a side-by-side ETF comparison of SGOL and IAUM below, and assess how they stack up in performance, liquidity, risk, exposure, holdings, and more, helping you select the best ETF for your investments.
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SGOL vs IAUM performance and flow charts
Performance
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Historic performance and flows
Data as of 10/27/2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | ||
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| Perf. | SGOL IAUM | -2.12%-2.11% | -0.48%-0.45% | -5.95%-5.87% | +2.00%+2.11% | +103.57%+104.19% | +124.08%+125.18% |
| Flows | SGOL IAUM | -+$483M | +$217M+$1.84B | +$89M+$2.68B | +$181M+$2.92B | +$1.21B+$5.88B | +$1.33B+$5.88B |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | SGOL IAUM | +21.31%+21.31% | +27.09%+27.08% | +20.41%+20.41% | +18.19%+18.09% |
| Max drawdown | SGOL IAUM | -13.97%-13.96% | -26.17%-26.14% | -26.17%-26.14% | -26.17%-26.14% |
| Max drawdown duration | SGOL IAUM | 64d64d | 271d271d | 271d271d | 271d271d |
Trading data
SGOL | IAUM | |
Last sale 10/28/2026 at 1:30 PM | $38.55 | $40.47 |
| Previous close 10/27/2026 | $38.18 | $39.99 |
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Main metrics
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SGOL | IAUM | |
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| Last price | $38.55 | $40.47 |
| 1D performance | +0.97% | +1.20% |
| AuM | $6.96 B | $8.11 B |
| E/R | 0.17% | 0.09% |
Characteristics
SGOL | IAUM | |
|---|---|---|
| Management strategy | Passive | Passive |
| Provider | abrdn | iShares |
| Benchmark | LBMA London Gold Market Fixing Price PM Index | LBMA London Gold Market Fixing Price PM Index |
| N° of holdings | - | - |
| Asset class | Commodities | Commodities |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join | Join |
| Inception date | September 9, 2009 | June 15, 2021 |
| ESG | No | No |
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Frequently asked questions about SGOL and IAUM
How have the SGOL and IAUM ETFs performed in 2026?
As of October 27, 2026, SGOL is down -5.95% year-to-date (YTD), while IAUM has lost -5.87%. That puts IAUM better performer ahead so far this year.
Which ETF is attracting more investor money: SGOL or IAUM?
Year-to-date, the SGOL ETF saw +$89M in flows, compared to +$2.68B for IAUM.
Which ETF is more volatile: SGOL or IAUM?
Over the past year, SGOL had a volatility of 27.09%, while IAUM experienced 27.08%.
Which ETF is bigger: SGOL or IAUM?
As of October 27, 2026, SGOL holds $6.96 B in assets under management (AUM), while IAUM manages $8.11 B.
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